THAI says hi to New Zealand

Thai Airways celebrates the 30th anniversary of its Bangkok-Auckland route by launching the Hello New Zealand campaign that offers special fares and privileges.

“THAI increased the number of services operated between BangkokAuckland from five to seven flights per week on November 16 using the newest addition to its fleet, the Boeing 7879 Dreamliner,” said Korakot Chatasingha, director of THAI’s regional department.

The special fare on the BangkokAucklandBangkok route starts from Bt25,000 in for Economy Class, inclusive of applicable airport taxes for minimum of two travel partners. Royal Orchid Plus will join hands with New Zealand Immigration to offer its members holding Platinum, Gold and Silver Cards and one nonROP member travel partner holding a Thai passport and resident in Thailand, the facility to apply for a New Zealand visa without presenting any bank statement.

This offer is available until March 31 and is applicable for ROP members, who have held Silver card status for at least 12 months. Travellers can also take advantage of a “Hello New Zealand” tour package including economy class tickets, accommodation with breakfast, car rental (unlimited distance) and a iFREE Global Travel sim card, ranging from Bt42,500 to Bt74,900 for a fourday or 10day North Island Fly & Drive.

Passengers will also receive other special privileges such as hotels or limousines when paying for tickets with KTC and Citibank credit cards from now until March 31.